Episode 98

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16th Sep 2025

098: How I Met My Aussie Husband – A Backpacker Love Story Across 7 Countries [REPLAY]

In this episode, I share the extraordinary journey of how I met my husband Sam. 

The story spans continents and years, beginning with my decision to study abroad in Switzerland and culminating in a chance encounter at a pub crawl in Dublin. 

As we relationship, we faced long-distance challenges and numerous adventures, ultimately leading me to move to Australia. Now, nearly a decade later, we are married with two children, and continue to infuse our lives with travel and exploration. Our story emphasizes the power of saying 'yes' to life’s adventures and how one decision can change everything.

We talk about:

  • 00:00 Intro
  • 02:00 The Switzerland Study Abroad Experience
  • 03:20 The Ireland Adventure Begins
  • 07:15 Meeting Sam in Dublin
  • 16:26 A New Year's Reunion in Europe
  • 21:47 Building a Life Together
  • 29:33 Final Thoughts

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Transform With Travel: Trip Planning Made Easy For Busy Professionals Craving Bucket List Adventures
Are you sitting behind your desk craving an adventure to make you feel alive again? But with thousands of travel options out there, where do you begin?

Transform With Travel is designed for busy professionals who want more bucket lists trips that reignite adventure, go beneath the surface and feel unique to you WITHOUT the overwhelm of planning, the endless midnight scroll and the crowded tourist traps.

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Kelly Tolliday

Kelly is the Founder of Transform With Travel, with over 11 years in the travel industry. She's a Wellness Travel Expert, Retreat Facilitator, Travel Advisor & Podcast Host.

She's also a 500-Hr Registered Yoga Teacher & an Accredited Continued Education Provider for the Yoga Industry.

She's traveled to over 45 countries and lived across 4 continents. Now, it's her mission to inspire and support you in stepping outside of your comfort zone and into the life of your dreams.

She's passionate about immersive and transformational travel. She believe when you travel with intention, by combining wellness, adventure & cultural enrichment, you can truly transform your life, one trip at a time.

She's now based in South Florida, and she's married to her husband Sam with 2 beautiful daughters & 2 crazy dogs.